Versatile dried cranberries are useful to incorporate into muesli, biscuits, muffins, bread and other baked goods, or sprinkle them over salads for a hint of sweetness. Add to stuffings, casseroles or desserts, or just eat as a quick on the go snack, a handful at a time. Like many dried fruits, dried cranberries contain a significant number of calories and they do contain natural fruit sugar - a natural energy food. The possible health benefits of consuming cranberries include lowered risk of urinary tract infections, prevention of certain types of cancer, improved immune function, decreased blood pressure and more.